Newark to Liberia (EWR–LIR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
EWR–LIR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,192 miles in approximately 5h 9m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC | 7 | 7M8 | 5h09 | Star Alliance | AC |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Liberia from Newark
| Metric | EWR→LIR | TEB→LIR | JFK→LIR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 5 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | – | 7 |
| Flight time | 5h 9m | 4h 12m | 4h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 91% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · LIR: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 4:00 PM in Liberia.
US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
EWR–LIR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to LIR
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
EWR to LIR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to LIR is about 5 hours 9 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,192 miles (3,528 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Fort Lauderdale Hollywood, Miami and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (JFK) and White Plains (HPN).